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June/July each year is greeted with so many mixed feelings in Ghana. For some, it represents a time when their plants will be well watered to ensure a great yield. For others, the downpouring rains will render them homeless. No matter the side on which we are, it doesn’t stop the rains from pouring down when it has to. … Read the rest

umia Travel presents a report about her mobile strategy in the continent. Google does a study about the Progressive Web App launched recently by the Online Travel agency.

Highlights:

• 33% higher conversion rate

• 50% lower bounce rate

• 12X more users versus native apps (Android & IOS)

• 5X less data used

• 2X less data to complete first transaction

• 25X less device

Ecotourism? Is this just new word or a great invention in tourism? Generally is is  defined as “responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education”. It is spreading like wildfire and contributing greatly to many developing economies. Ghana is one of such countries benefitting from ecotourism. Recently, … Read the rest

Just like the MTN slogan ‘’Everywhere you go’’, you will find a Ghanaian. Sometimes it’s mysterious to find out that there is a Ghanaian in some countries you hitherto wouldn’t have even heard about. Guess what? There are Ghanaians in Transnistria, Tuvalu, Kyrgyzstan, Bhutan among others. For many reasons, Ghanaians travel abroad. Some go to further their education, a few … Read the rest

‘’Obroni’’, as most light skinned foreigners are affectionately called form the vast majority of tourists who visit Ghana. They are a unique group of adventurous travelers who defy all odds to explore our beautiful country and continent while learning new things and experiencing new cultures in the process. The minority of such tourists are also dark skinned Africans and Black-Americans … Read the rest

A nation overflowing with amazing talents in different fields of endeavour. Ghana! Our motherland. The black shining star of Africa and the world. Wherever you go, whatever field you find yourself, there is a Ghanaian excelling there. Talk about sports, industry, commerce and  technology. You will find at least one Ghanaian who is shinning so bright. In entertainment, Ghanaians have … Read the rest

After successfully organizing a one of a kind ‘’experiential fun trip to Kwahu,’as part of its Njoy Ghana Tours initiative during this year’s Easter, Kaya Tours, Ghana’s leading destination marketing  company, is once again introducing a new set of tour packages that are geared towards further enhancing the domestic tourism drive.

The packages which are six in all have been … Read the rest

‘’Ghana must go’’ is a very popular phrase in both Ghana and Nigeria. In Ghana, many people refer to the colorful checked jute bags as ‘’Ghana Must Go’’. This may be attributed to the use of these type of bags in 1983 by the large number of illegal Ghanaian immigrants in Nigeria who were returned to their home country. Today, … Read the rest

In times past, hotels and guesthouses were the preserve of the elite and well-to-do in society. The main customers were foreign travelers and businessmen from all over the world. These days, nearly everyone uses a hotel or guesthouse. The market woman who travels from Accra to Kumasi to pick up wares for sale, the businessman who comes to Accra from … Read the rest

As children, I am pretty sure we all went on one excursion or another. Whether it was a children’s service trip to Mt. Afadjato, a Red Cross Association trip to The Kakum National park or even a Wildlife Club journey to The Cape Coast Castle, we had the experience of our lives. Sight seeing and learning about the history of … Read the rest

The age old cliche that ‘Ghana is a peaceful country, seems to be one of the most attractive pitch points when convincing foreigners to visit. This is also because crime isn’t something that is very popular in Ghana. However, there is no country or city in the world without crime. No matter how small, everyone is at risk of falling … Read the rest

‘’Sika’’ or ‘’Jw3t33’’ are very popular terms used to caption money or riches in many Ashanti or Akan parts of Ghana. A rich person, known as ‘’sikanyin’’ in twi represents someone who has amassed so much wealth that he/she stands out in community or the society. Some have even reached national and international status. One overwhelming fact about these … Read the rest

I have a dream! To travel around the world and experience different cultures. To taste amazing foods and drink funny looking cocktails. To go sky diving from the highest mountains, ziplining from the tallest trees and swim in the deepest parts of the blue oceans. However, anytime i begin to plan my trip, one very important thing holds me back. … Read the rest

It used to be luxury, then it became a privilege. Now it’s a necessity. Smartphones! The new wonder of the world. In many parts of the world, people use this device for many purposes. One may argue that the use of it depends on one’s need at that particular time. In Ghana however, many people use it daily. Some … Read the rest

Hip Hip Hip – Hurray!!!

Champagnes popping, firecrackers going wild, merry making and excitement all around the country. Indeed, we have a cause to celebrate. Ghana is 60 years. 60 great years of industry, rich culture, heritage, and tradition. 60 long years of ups and downs, of successes and failures and more yet to come. However, as we celebrate this … Read the rest

The African No.1 Online Travel Agency Announces more properties, hitting 300,000 hotels across the world and 30,000 in Africa.

Accra, 8th March,2017 – Jumia Travel is further solidifying its global presence in the hotel, travel, and tourism ecosystem, unveiling new continental and international destinations. The company has registered an inventory of more than 30,000 hotels in Africa and over … Read the rest